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OPE 169G

1980 Opel GT

Red Petrol 1900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2021
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

75,934 mi
Last recorded75,934 miles
Recorded on21 May 2020
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOPE 169G
MakeOpel
ModelGT
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,900cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 May 2020 75,934 miles

Both front brakes have a slight bind due to lack of use

Pass 3 Apr 2018 75,261 miles

headlight flip lever does not fully deploy/retract headlights, final movement done by hand

Fail 28 Mar 2018 75,261 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Front Wheel insecure bolts/nuts loose (4.2.A.1c)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

headlight flip lever does not fully deploy/retract headlights, final movement done by hand

Fail 28 Apr 2017 75,293 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 10 Dec 2015 74,631 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2014 74,059 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 74,008 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2013 74,005 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 27 Jun 2012 72,559 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2011 67,675 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2008 66,877 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2007 65,467 miles

Offside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

cant see welding due to underseal

How Reliable is the Opel GT?

Based on 614 MOT tests across 107 vehicles.

80.3%
Pass Rate
186
Miles/Year
57
Year Lifespan
107
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 34
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 22
Headlamp not working on main beam 21
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 21
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 12
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OPE 169G is a 1980 Opel GT in Red with a 1,900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

The most common reason a Opel GT fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 34 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OPE 169G, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Opel GT typically stays on UK roads for around 57 years. At 46 years old, this Opel GT is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was OPE 169G registered?

OPE 169G is a 1980 Opel GT, first registered on 1 December 1980.

Is OPE 169G safe to buy?

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